First Look: Ellen Alaverdyan’s Jaminai Debuts with a New Twist on “Birdland” Featuring Gregg Bissonette

Corey Brown
by Corey Brown

Ellen Alaverdyan has launched a new band, and they are kicking things off with their debut video.

Jaminai brings together Gregg Bissonette on drums, MURZO (Ara Torosyan) on keyboards, Hovak Alaverdyan on guitar, Andrew Rodman on trumpet, Michael Rushman on trombone, and Michael Czaja on saxophone.

Here’s their fresh take on the Weather Report classic, “Birdland.”

Corey Brown is the founder of No Treble and serves in an advisory role. He’s also Head of Editorial at Muse Group. Learn more about Corey on his website and LinkedIn.

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  1. Wayne

    Wow !
    Following your music journey for several years. You are an inspiration.

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  2. Rick Snyder

    I am a 71 year year old jazz and concert band director. I’ve been following Ellen since her beginning only a hand full of years ago. She is on her way to being the next Jaco🕶

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